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Bulky item disposal in Falmouth: what the town charges and where

Armchair, wooden dresser and bookcase set at the curb of a gray-shingled Cape Cod home beside a green trash cart

What counts as bulky in Falmouth

The facility guide defines bulky waste as anything over 2 cubic feet, longer than 4 feet, more than 12 inches in diameter, or carpet bigger than 4 by 4 feet. Sofas, large furniture, rugs, rope, hoses and netting are named. The fee list sets bulky items by size at $10, $20 and $30, left on the smash pad on the upper level.

Upholstered pieces are listed separately: sofas and other large upholstered items are $35 each. The same page lines up mattresses and box springs at $50 per item. If staff are unsure which category fits, the gate attendant decides on the day.

Sticker rules, payment and hours

The upper level, where bulky items go, needs a valid sticker. Annual combined stickers are $40; a one-time $10 single-trip sticker only opens the lower level, so it will not cover a dresser. Stickers are sold online or at the Town Clerk's office, not at the gate, and a vehicle registered elsewhere may need a tax bill or lease as proof of residency.

The gate takes checks, MasterCard, Visa and Discover. No cash, no Amex, no refunds. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 7:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Loads must be covered and sorted for inspection.

When a pickup beats the drive

The sticker, the per-item fees and a trip to Thomas B. Landers Road add up for a full set of furniture. The swap shop will not help with large pieces either: large furniture such as dining tables, couches and large dressers is not accepted there, and bed frames and headboards are on its refused list.

JUNKRUN removes bulky furniture at flat prices: a couch $139, a regular dresser $99, a regular table $79, with the $159 minimum covering a single piece. Mixed loads price by trailer fraction. We take it from wherever it sits in the house, so you skip the carry and the sticker.

Taking bulky items to the Falmouth facility yourself

  1. Buy the sticker

    Annual $40 combined sticker online or at the Town Clerk in Town Hall. Not sold at the facility.

  2. Check the size

    Over 2 cubic feet, 4 feet long or 12 inches wide counts as bulky. Fees are $10, $20 or $30 by size.

  3. Cover and sort the load

    Loads must be covered. Staff inspect and apply fees, so keep metal, trash and furniture apart.

  4. Go to the upper level

    Furniture goes on the smash pad; scrap metal and appliances have their own areas.

  5. Pay at the gate

    Check, MasterCard, Visa or Discover. No cash, no Amex.

Local resources in Falmouth

Donation, reuse and recycling options near the pickup. We are not affiliated with these; confirm hours and what they accept before you go.

Quick answers

How much does Falmouth charge for bulky items?

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The fee schedule lists $10, $20 and $30 by size for bulky items, $35 for sofas and large upholstered pieces, and $50 per mattress or box spring. The schedule is dated January 5, 2026.

Can I use the one-trip sticker for furniture?

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No. The $10 single trip only lets you into the lower level of the facility; bulky items go to the upper level.

Can a landlord or renter use the Falmouth facility?

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The guide says it is for Falmouth residents, and a lease can be accepted as proof of residency for a vehicle registered elsewhere. Call 508-457-9353 before bringing a load.

Sources

Rules, fees and hours change, so confirm with Falmouth before you go.

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